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Shares in Swiss watchmakers Swatch Group and Richemont fell on Thursday after trade data showed demand for Swiss timepieces had slowed sharply in October. Swiss watch exports rose 0.1 percent in October after a 15.

As Icelanders suddenly find themselves in the eye of the global financial storm many are seeking stability and solace in luxury goods like Rolex watches, which unlike their plunging currency are unlikely to devalue.

The following factors could affect Italian markets on Monday. Reuters has not verified the newspaper reports, and cannot vouch for their accuracy. New items are marked with (*). EUROPEAN BANKS Benelux governments rescued Fortis with 11.